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El Zarzal, Mexico

Oaxaca · 🇲🇽 Mexico

El Zarzal is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,022. Elevation: 358 ft (109 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
1,022 Population
358 ft Elevation 109 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 25°C
99.5 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone
$13,861 Median Income
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$13,861 median income, 0.9% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.0 / 5.0
$400/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $13,861
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.4%
36% lower than US avg
Median Rent $400
66% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.0%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population1,022
Median Age42.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$13,861
Per Capita$13,861
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty2.3%

Housing

B
Home ValueN/A
Rent$400
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity36.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking14.7%
Depression2.6%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (25°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain99.5 in/yr
Sunny Days200/yr
Elevation358 ft (109 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.4%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband81.2%
Population1,022
Elevation358 ft (109 m)
Coordinates17.0134°, -95.0373°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature78°F (25°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation99.5 inches (2,527 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,861
Median Age42.0 years

Is El Zarzal a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, El Zarzal receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. El Zarzal offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in El Zarzal is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. Only 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $400 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

21.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

El Zarzal has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F. Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 200 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 99.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

El Zarzal has a population of 1,022. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.5% female and 48.5% male. 13.5% of residents have a disability. 79.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,022
Total Population
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

El Zarzal vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

El Zarzal vs U.S. Average

The median household income in El Zarzal is $13,861, which is 82% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $13,861 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 54.2, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: El Zarzal vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$13,861
82% below US avg
Per Capita Income$13,861

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.3%
81% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living54.20 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $400 (66% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$400
66% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.4%

Property Tax

In El Zarzal, 36.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.2% have diabetes. 32.1% have high blood pressure. 14.7% are current smokers. 6.0% report binge drinking. 83.2% are physically inactive, above the national average. 2.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: El Zarzal vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.0%
12% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
High Blood Pressure32.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.7%
5% above US avg
Binge Drinking6.0%
Physical Inactivity83.2%
Depression2.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.0%

Food & Exercise

El Zarzal has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 200 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 99.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24 — among the cleanest air in the country. 90% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 358 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average77.5°F
44% above US avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days200 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall99.5 inches
162% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%

Geography

Elevation358 ft (109 m)
Coordinates17.0134°N, 95.0373°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 2.1 in Coldest
February 73°F (23°C) 1.8 in
March 77°F (25°C) 1.5 in
April 80°F (27°C) 1.4 in Driest
May 83°F (28°C) 3.2 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 11.7 in
July 80°F (27°C) 20.4 in
August 80°F (26°C) 23.5 in Wettest
September 79°F (26°C) 18.5 in
October 77°F (25°C) 8.5 in
November 75°F (24°C) 3.9 in
December 73°F (23°C) 3.0 in

El Zarzal has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F — from 72°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 99.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (23.5") and April the driest (1.4").

21.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 36% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 81.2% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.4%
36% below US avg
High School+90.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About El Zarzal

What is the population of El Zarzal?

El Zarzal has a population of 1,022 residents and is located in Mexico.. The median age of residents is 42.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is El Zarzal expensive to live in?

El Zarzal is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 54.2 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $13,861, 82% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $400 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in El Zarzal?

El Zarzal has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 200 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 99.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in El Zarzal?

The job market in El Zarzal is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.9% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in El Zarzal?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $400.

How are the schools in El Zarzal?

21.4% of adults in El Zarzal hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is El Zarzal?

The obesity rate in El Zarzal is 36.0% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 14.7% of adults are smokers. 83.2% are physically inactive. 2.6% of residents report depression.

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